MISSION STATEMENT

Augusta Regional Airport at Bush Field owned by Augusta-Richmond County:

• Serves as the airport that receives and dispatches commercial air carrier flights, and as such, is a community gateway;
• Works cooperatively with our Armed Forces to move troops and material by military and charter aircraft;
• Conducts air cargo and charter operations;
• Acts as a commercial and military pilot training exercise air field;
• Facilitates and supports the growth of related industry to strengthen the economic base located at the airport.

It is the highest goal of the Augusta Regional Airport to exceed customer's expectations by providing customer service in a safe, secure, and professional environment. In the true tradition of Southern hospitality, we will strive to provide the general public with the most courteous and user-friendly service found in the aviation industry.

To fulfill its mission, Augusta Regional Airport is committed to:

• Encouraging economic growth at the airport and the metropolitan area;
• Stimulating excellence and pride to be the best at what we do;
• Being responsive to the needs of our customers and providing superior quality facilities and services;
• Being a sensitive neighbor, mindful of the quality of life in our community;
• Maintaining the highest ethical standards;
• Being involved in community activities;
• Anticipating, being unafraid of, and responding to change;
• Being proud of our achievements.

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Each of the ten Augusta-Richmond County Commissioners appoints members to four-year terms. Therefore, Augusta Aviation Commission terms of service correspond with the terms of office held by their sponsoring Augusta-Richmond County Commissioner. Additionally, two Augusta Aviation Commissioners are appointed by the Georgia Legislative Delegation with a term of service to be defined by the delegation.

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The Augusta Aviation Commission regular monthly meetings are scheduled for the last Thursday of the month at 10:00 a.m. Meetings are usually held in the High Flight Cafe conference room (north end of the terminal building) and are open to the public. Below is the meeting schedule. Click on each date to review the minutes of that particular meeting.

The agenda and minutes will be updated every month.

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